June 14, 2009

Easyboot Glue-On Cuff Update

The Easyboot Glue-On Cuff continues to move forward and we have made some mold and hardware modifications that will make application and removal very simple. For those of you that are not familiar with the Easyboot Glue-On Cuff, the "Cuff System" gives horse owners the ability to use Glue-On shells but gives them the ability to remove and apply them at any time. The unique Cuff System allows the horse to be barefoot at all times and the Easyboot Glue-On shell can be slipped on the hoof for riding. Slip the shells on before riding and then remove them and let the horse be barefoot when the ride is done. Application and removal of the shell when using the Cuff System is done is less than one minute per boot.

The Cuff System will be a huge step forward for all the people who have reservations about leaving a glue-on boot in place for extended periods of time. The low profile shell fits below the hairline and the system weighs almost half the weight of a standard iron shoe.

Here is a short video showing how easy it is to apply the shells once the Cuff has been applied to the hoof.

I've made a couple changes to the hardware that will allow users to do the application without a screw driver. The new thumb screw (pictured below) can be tightened and loosened with your fingers and the large head size eliminates the washer.

Couple photos of the new thumb screw.

The new hardware and molds are about done. Look for the Cuff System to be out late summer. Some of the Team Easyboot Members may have them at events in early July.

I've seen many cool hoof boot concepts over the years but this is one of my favorites!

Hey Garrett,
I'm still hanging in there on bended knee waitin' on these! :) I have tried out the Gorilla Glue/Tape option, and I am positive it will work for my 1 day slow 24's in NATRC. Not sure about 2 day events. But the application would allow me to just take off after day 1 then reapply! SIMPLE, which is what booting should be. Easycare continues to move forward for it's customers and help them do the best, yet keep it easy to do it right. FANTASTIC I have a 1 day event in Cuyamuca this coming weekend (June 20) and will be using the Glue On's. We'll see what kind of feedback the NATRC judges give me on that. So far it's been positive when I use the Foam/Bare combination.
Again--great goin. Just can't wait for the cuffs to come my way!!